University of Richmond professor Bert Ashe spoke at Northside Library on July 31 about his experience growing and wearing dreadlocks, and the book he wrote chronicling that experience, Twisted.

During his talk, Ashe or audience members also mentioned Albert Murray’s works, especially South To a Very Old Place.

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